Modern Slavery Statement

Overview

Protect Duty Solution operates in the UK, providing services to UK-based clients, while employees are located in Australia. We specialise in software solutions focused on security, terrorism risk assessment, and compliance with UK legislation, including the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill.

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Modern slavery, including slavery, forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking, constitutes a serious violation of basic human rights. It denies personal freedoms and is often linked to financial exploitation.

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This statement outlines our support of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (UK) and the Modern Slavery Act 2018 (Cth) (Australia) in eradicating modern slavery, and our commitment to conducting business with integrity, fairness, and respect for fundamental human rights. We fully support the eradication of all forms of modern slavery and will not tolerate its existence within our operations or supply chains.

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This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of Protect Duty Solution, including employees, directors, affiliates, suppliers, and service providers.
Senior management is responsible for overseeing compliance with this policy. Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, contract termination, and legal consequences.

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Preventing Modern Slavery in Our Business

‍We conduct appropriate due diligence on all employees, affiliates and suppliers to ensure transparency in our business relationships. Every employee is provided with a written contract of employment and is paid in accordance with legal requirements. We ensure compliance with all applicable laws concerning wages, working hours, rest breaks, and holiday entitlements.

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Our procurement and contracting processes include provisions to prevent modern slavery. We assess our supply chain for risks and ensure suppliers meet ethical sourcing standards.

Responsibilities and Expectations

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Suppliers: Suppliers must assess their operations and supply chains for modern slavery risks and confirm compliance with legal obligations. Any breach of this policy may result in contract termination and legal action. Our supply chain includes software providers, office supplies, and business services such as cleaning and security.

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Employees and Workers:
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Employees must immediately report any suspicions of modern slavery or human trafficking in our business or supply chains to senior management. Reports made in good faith will be taken seriously, investigated promptly, and will not result in any retaliation.

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We expect all our suppliers, clients, and affiliates to uphold our zero-tolerance stance on modern slavery and human trafficking.
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Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
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Given that our business operates within the UK and Australia—both jurisdictions with stringent labour laws—the risk of modern slavery within our direct workforce is low. However, we recognise the potential risks within our extended supply chain.

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Governance

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Protect Duty Solution has developed a structured governance framework to ensure compliance with modern slavery laws and enhance awareness among employees and suppliers. As part of our ongoing efforts, we have reviewed and updated our policies and procurement processes to reinforce our commitment to ethical business practices. Key measures include:

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• Introducing and maintaining a dedicated Modern Slavery Policy to outline our responsibilities and expectations.

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• Reviewing supplier agreements to include contractual obligations, ensuring that all partners align with our commitment to eradicating modern slavery.

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• Strengthening our policies and to equip employees with the knowledge needed to identify and report modern slavery risks.

Continuous Improvement

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We will continue to review and strengthen our policies, and monitor our supply chain, assess risks, and implement measures to mitigate any potential risks of modern slavery.

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We will update this statement periodically to reflect our progress and evolving best practices.